Question 1

What accessibility accommodations are available at NYC PoFest?

Accepted Answer

Poetry belongs to everyone, & so does NYC PoFest! The festival is wheelchair accessible, with ramps, seating, restrooms & service animal areas. Need accommodations? Email tova@poetrysocietyny.org!

Question 2

Can I become a vendor at NYC PoFest?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Please visit https://poetrysocietyny.org/store/nyc-pofest/nyc-pofest-vendor-packages to join NYC PoFest's Vendor Village!

Question 3

Can I enter NYC PoFest at any time?

Accepted Answer

Yes, of course! You can check-in any time between 11am & 6 pm both days.

Question 4

Can I perform at the festival?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Sign up for The Ring of Daisies Open Mic on a first-come, first-served basis.

Question 5

What if I don’t write poetry—will I still have fun?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! NYC PoFest is for everyone—poets, poetry lovers, & poets-to-be. With music, art, food, & more, there's a little something for everyone.

Question 6

Will there be food & drinks?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The festival features top-tier food vendors serving up delicious bites & drinks.

Question 7

Can I shop at the festival?

Accepted Answer

Definitely! Explore 100+ independent vendors at our Vendor Village—including books, zines, jewelry, art, & more.

Question 8

Can I bring my dog?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.

Question 9

How can I support the festival?

Accepted Answer

NYC PoFest is made possible by donations & community support! Visit https://poetrysocietyny.org/donate to contribute.

Question 10

Where is the festival located?

Accepted Answer

NYC PoFest takes place at Nolan Park, Governors Island, NYC. Just a short ferry ride from Manhattan or Brooklyn!

Question 11

Is the festival really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes! NYC Poetry Festival is completely free-to-attend—no tickets required. The only cost is the $2.75 ferry fare to get to Governors Island.

Question 12

How do I get to Governors Island?

Accepted Answer

Check govisland.com for ferry schedules and ticket info! Ferries run from
The Battery Maritime Building (Lower Manhattan), Red Hook/Atlantic Basin (Brooklyn, Sat-Sun only), & Pier 6, Brooklyn Bridge Park (Sat-Sun only).

Question 13

Can I volunteer for NYC PoFest?

Accepted Answer

Yes, of course! Please fill out the form here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRYp9ptkxByUbDU7TDaVUJZOl7xfRflaS_kpOrqhjbks_uRw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109282428806271018743) & we'll get back to you as soon as we can!

Question 14

What are the festival hours?

Accepted Answer

NYC PoFest runs from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM each day.

Question 15

If I purchase VIP Admission, can I use it for both days of the festival?

Accepted Answer

Yes! $50 VIP Admission covers both days of NYC PoFest. If you buy drink tickets as well, you can use them either day!

Question 16

Can I become a sponsor of NYC PoFest?

Accepted Answer

Of course! Please reach out to harper@poetrysocietyny.org for more information.

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